Rex Hale

203 A Yellowstone Ave, Cody, Wyoming, United States
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About Rex Hale

Rex Hale Campground is located along the Buffalo Bill Scenic Byway about 36 mi west of Cody, in northwestern Wyoming. It is just over 16 mi east of Yellowstone National Park's east entrance. The surrounding area offers many outdoor recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking and viewing local wildlife. The campground is named after Rex Hale, one of 15 firefighters who died in the 1937 Blackwater Fire, which burned more than 1,700 acres of Forest Service lands within the Shoshone National Forest.

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2026 (Current year)

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🚐 002, Loop: REX HALE RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: REX HALE RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: REX HALE RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: REX HALE RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: REX HALE RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: REX HALE RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: REX HALE RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: REX HALE RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: REX HALE RV
Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

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168 reviews

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Rex Hale Campground is highly praised for its beautiful, scenic location and excellent maintenance, with many guests appreciating the friendly and accommodating camp host, Tom. The camp offers clean facilities, including spotless vault toilets, and some sites with water and electricity, enhancing the camping experience. While the campground will transition to a "First Come, First Served" system, it remains a recommended choice for those seeking a peaceful outdoor retreat near Yellowstone.

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4.7

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Gary D

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June 26, 2025 Stayed at: 005, Loop: REX HALE

We loved Rex Hale campground. Not only was this campground BEAUTIFUL and very scenic, it was extremely well maintained. The Host was gracious, friendly and conscientious. I can't say enough good things about the HOST. He's a keeper! The campsites were neat and clean, and the Vault Toilets were absolutely spotless. This campground is nestled in a little canyon, and the view inside the campground is spectacular. Some sites with water and electric, which was convenient. I'd give 10 stars if I could. It's just too bad that this campground is switching to "First Come, First Served in the future, because it is guaranteed to be difficult to get into in the future. Highly recommended!

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Gary D

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June 26, 2025 Stayed at: 005, Loop: REX HALE

We loved Rex Hale campground. Not only was this campground BEAUTIFUL and very scenic, it was extremely well maintained. The Host was gracious, friendly and conscientious. I can't say enough good things about the HOST. He's a keeper! The campsites were neat and clean, and the Vault Toilets were absolutely spotless. This campground is nestled in a little canyon, and the view inside the campground is spectacular. Some sites with water and electric, which was convenient. I'd give 10 stars if I could. It's just too bad that this campground is switching to "First Come, First Served in the future, because it is guaranteed to be difficult to get into in the future. Highly recommended!

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Vincent V

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July 13, 2025 Stayed at: 002, Loop: REX HALE

Tom, the campground host, was very accommodating and kept the campground in Tip top condition.

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Vincent V

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July 13, 2025 Stayed at: 002, Loop: REX HALE

Tom, the campground host, was very accommodating and kept the campground in Tip top condition.

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Jeffrey M

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July 18, 2025 Stayed at: 021, Loop: REX HALE

If you’re looking for a peaceful place to spend some time outdoors, this is the place. Remote, quiet and picturesque.

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Jeffrey M

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July 18, 2025 Stayed at: 021, Loop: REX HALE

If you’re looking for a peaceful place to spend some time outdoors, this is the place. Remote, quiet and picturesque.

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Gregory C

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August 15, 2025 Stayed at: 005, Loop: REX HALE

Incredibly friendly camp host and the camp ground is a gem. I’m very appreciative and privileged to be able to enjoy this resource.

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Gregory C

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August 15, 2025 Stayed at: 005, Loop: REX HALE

Incredibly friendly camp host and the camp ground is a gem. I’m very appreciative and privileged to be able to enjoy this resource.

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Location & Directions for Rex Hale

203 A Yellowstone Ave, Cody, WY 82414 United States

Elevation: 1,882 ft

Getting There

From Cody, Wyo., follow Sheridan Avenue west through Cody until the road leaves town and becomes the Buffalo Bill Cody Scenic Byway (U.S. Highway 14/16/20). The campground is located 36 mi from Cody, on the south side of the highway. It is between...

Nearest town

Cody, WY - 35 mi

About 42 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 14/16/20, known as the Buffalo Bill Cody Scenic Byway, which runs through the area.

Near Yellowstone National Park

The closest entrance is: East Entrance

Approximate drive: 16.9 mi · 29 min

Policies & Rules

General

  • Grizzly bears frequent the area; all food, beverages, coolers, trash and other attractants must be properly stored at all times
  • Horses and other livestock are not permitted to stay in the campground, but they are allowed to pass through
  • An additional fee will be collected at the campground for extra vehicles
  • Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
  • Click here for more information on the Shoshone National Forest

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